Obituaries

Oct 6, 2023

James David Pontius, 78, of Cambridge, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023, at OhioHealth Southeastern Medical Center.

He was born September 23, 1945, in Cambridge, son of the late George L. Pontius and Margaret R. (Severance) Pontius.

Mr. Pontius retired in 2010 after twenty-six years with Seminole Tubular as a shipper.

He...

Oct 1, 2023

Loretta (Ford) Davis, 68, of Cambridge, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023, in Kipling.

Loretta was born on February 2, 1955, in Cambridge, a daughter of the late John and Carol Ford.

She was a 1973 graduate of Cambridge High School and former nurse. She enjoyed cooking, spending time with her family, especially her...

Oct 1, 2023

Garey Morgan, 77, of Cambridge, passed away Sunday (October 1, 2023) at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born May 31, 1946 in Cambridge, son of the late Herbert Morgan and Violet (Valentine) Morgan.

Garey attended Byesville High School and was the owner & operator of B&B Body Shop and Towing since 1978. ...

Sep 29, 2023

Jill C. (Thatcher) Dillon, 58, of Byesville, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023, at SEORMC.

Jill was born on January 13, 1965, in Columbus, a daughter of Sandra (Hurst) Thatcher-Huffman and the late Jerry A. Thatcher.

Jill loved fishing, hunting, and everything outdoors, and enjoyed listening to country music and Lady Gaga. She was...

Sep 28, 2023

Ronald L. High of Cambridge, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the age of 86, at the Astoria Place of Cambridge.

He was born October 5, 1936, in Guernsey County, son of the late Luke High and Clarissa (Stewart) High.

A 1954 graduate of Byesville High School, Mr. High worked for thirty-five years...

Sep 26, 2023

Patrick Alin Youel, 66, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at his home.

Patrick was born on June 9, 1957, in Cambridge, a son to Patricia (VanDyne) Youel and the late Dean Alin Youel.

Patrick worked in the fuel oil business. He was a New York Jets football fan.

In...

Sep 24, 2023

Maria Parins, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in Wooster, Ohio. Born on June 27, 1926, in Dingolfing, Germany, Maria lived a rich and fulfilling life, filled with love and laughter. Maria was the beloved wife of Melvin Parins, with whom she shared a beautiful life of 63 years until his passing.

She was...

Sep 23, 2023

Scott Nelson Waddell passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023, peacefully at his home after a long battle with cancer.

Scott was born March 18, 1962, in Zanesville, a son of Richard and Doris (Hayes) Waddell of Bradenton, FL.

He graduated from John Glenn High School in 1980. Scott served in the US Army National Guard...

Sep 22, 2023

Chris A Wolverton, age 65, passed away Friday, September 22, 2023, at his home.

Chris was born December 5, 1957, in Cambridge, Ohio, a son of the late Fred and Edith (Harden) Wolverton.

He worked in the oil fields for many years and recently Rigid Tool. Chris enjoyed fishing and playing cards. He loved spending...

Sep 17, 2023

Ralph "Hoot" Gibson, 87, of Cambridge, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital in Newark.

Ralph was born on December 11, 1935, in Cambridge, a son of the late Ralph and Retta (Rollins) Gibson.

Ralph was an employee of NCR for many years. He enjoyed wood working, camping, travel, and going...

Sep 14, 2023

Linda Bishop, 76, of London, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at her home.

Linda was born on April 25, 1947, in Columbus, a daughter of the late Otis D. Tedrick and Dora R. Montoney.

Linda attended Roosevelt Jr. High and South High in Columbus. She worked for Brown & Williamson Tobacco, the...

Sep 13, 2023

Cathy Joan Jackson, 70, of Cambridge, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at SEORMC.

Cathy was born on June 30, 1953, in Cambridge, a daughter of the late Kenneth Joe Enochs and Marjorie Ann (Clymer) Enochs.

Cathy was a 1971 graduate of Cambridge High School as well as a United States Air Force Veteran....

Sep 13, 2023

Kathryn "Kathy" Ann McClure, 78, of Senecaville, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at The Oaks of Northpointe in Zanesville, Ohio. She was born March 6, 1945, in Washington, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Ralph and Margaret (Sprowls) Miller.

Kathy was a graduate of McGuffey High School, Washington, Pennsylvania and received a Bachelor of Arts...

Sep 11, 2023

Lisa Jean Allen, 63, of Cambridge, lost her battle to ovarian cancer on Monday, September 11, 2023, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Lisa was born on November 26, 1959, in Cambridge, the daughter of Stanley Vigus and the late Ramona (Costello) Vigus.

Lisa was a 1978 graduate of Cambridge High School and worked...

Sep 9, 2023

Virginia Ann Dailey, 84, of Cambridge, formerly of Johnstown, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at the Embassy of Cambridge.

She was born May 22, 1939, in Zanesville, daughter of the late Ernest Godby and Lulu Ann (Richardson) Godby.

Ms. Dailey had worked as a therapeutic program worker at the former Cambridge Psychiatric Hospital...

Sep 7, 2023

Helen Isabelle (Morton) Starr, 90, of Cambridge, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at Countryview Assisted Living. Helen was born on May 4, 1933, in Londonderry, Ohio a daughter of the late John and Martha Ann (Campbell) Morton. Helen graduated from Madison High School in 1951. She worked in the school systems for over 25 years and worked...

Sep 2, 2023

Gregory Joseph Droll, 73, of Cambridge, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at the Embassy of Cambridge.

Gregory was born on January 3, 1950, in Heidelburg, Germany. He is a son to the late Carl and Mary (Leite) Droll.

Gregory attended St. Wendalyn's and was Catholic by Faith. He was a field office supervisor...

Aug 31, 2023

Jerry Wayne Stillion, age 77, passed away on August 31, 2023, in Zanesville, Ohio. He was born on August 5, 1946, to the late Harold and Margaret (Simmons) Stillion.

Jerry Wayne was really proud of his family, especially the lawyer, two nurses, police officer and one very good with his hands. He especially enjoyed talking about his...

Aug 31, 2023

Diana Lynn (Chitwood) Clary, 67, of Cambridge, passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023.

Diana was born May 14, 1956, in Boulder, Co, a daughter to the late William Anton and Marian Louise (Gordon) Chitwood.

She enjoyed animals, gardening, and spending time with her family, especially her great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents,...

Aug 29, 2023

Jacqueline Sue Bywaters, 82, of Cambridge, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 29, 2023.

Jacqueline was born October 8, 1940, in Harold, IL, a daughter to the late Lee and Everal (Webb) Bradley.

She enjoyed bingo, bowling, and being outdoors. Jacqueline loved the ocean, her church family and spending time...